Stronger together

Together we can achieve more – and this goes for sustainability as well. Therefore, we have joined a number of initiatives, associations and organizations both within and outside the industry.

Involvement in associations and initiatives

The manufacturing of our products should be as environmentally friendly and as socially sustainable as possible. The majority of our products are manufactured in the supply chain where we, at times, have very little influence with regard to actions taken. Only by working together with other outdoor and textile manufacturers, and in association with strong initiatives, can we really achieve change. Therefore, we have voluntarily joined several organizations.

In addition to involvement in various initiatives, VAUDE is also a member of a number of associations and organizations. We hold leadership positions in numerous associations while we participate in projects or work in joint ventures with many others. However, we do not make financial resources available far beyond the usual membership fees for any organizations.

The following table provides an overview of the initiatives, charters and principles that guide our work.

GRI:

G4-15

List externally developed economic, environmental and social charters, principles, or other initiatives to
which the organization subscribes or which it endorses.

GRI:

G4-16

List memberships of associations (such as industry associations) and national or international advocacy
organizations in which the organization:
Holds a position on the governance body
Participates in projects or committees
Provides substantive funding beyond routine membership dues
Views membership as strategic
This refers primarily to memberships maintained at the organizational level.